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HSL 512 - Leadership Ethics and the Law in Human Services
This course will explore the many principles and theories of law and ethics that non-profit leaders need to know to be effective in their positions and competently execute their fiduciary responsibilities. The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of critical legal and ethical issues confronting executives in human services organizations. Topics to be covered include Sarbanes-Oxley, the legal ramifications of board governance and corporate officer responsibilities. The course will also cover general legal principles related to managing organizations of varying sizes including employment law, anti-discrimination and whistleblower statutes.
3 credits
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HSL 521 - Theory and Design of Culturally Responsive Organizations
This course will provide an introduction to the theory and design of human services organizations with particular emphasis on the requisites for functioning successfully in a multicultural environment. This course will prepare graduate students to understand the relationship between theory and function in the design and management of human services organizations while being responsive to and reflective of the cultural diversity of their clients, employees and other service partners. The students will be provided with a foundation in the concepts to be explored throughout the MS in Human Services Leadership program including ethical leadership, multiculturalism, and policy implementation.
3 credits
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HSL 531 - Strategic Leadership in an Information Age
This course will introduce students to theories of communication and the practical uses of information technology in the human services profession. Students will learn how various approaches to information management contribute to effective management and leadership innovation. Topics to be covered will include the development and implementation of information management strategies, the relationship of information management to change leadership, theories of communication and the relationship of information technology to organizational culture and decision-making.
3 credits
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HSL 549 - Leadership Dimensions of Human Behavior
This course will explore dimensions of human behavior as influenced by the different environments in which individuals find themselves. Students will learn about theories of human behavior from psychological, cultural, spiritual, and organizational perspectives. Human functioning will be evaluated individually and as it adapts to collective contexts. Topics to be covered will include psychological theories of human behavior, the formation and effect of mental models, systems theory and group dynamics. The course will also cover aspects of human functioning and motivation that impact the employer/employee relationship.
3 credits
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HSL 575 - Leading Policy Initiatives in a Political Environment
This course will introduce the student to the role of policy development and political action in the leadership and direction of human services organizations. Students will explore strategies of community organization and mobilization, define constituencies and stakeholders and explore the implications of cultural and gender diversity on policy development and community engagement. The objective of this course is for students to understand the relationship between policy development and political advocacy in furtherance of the mandate and mission of human services organizations.
3 credits
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HSL 643 - Financing the Mission of Human Services Work
This course provides the students with a study of how executives and line managers in human services organizations cultivate funding sources, set budgets and use financial information. Students will learn how capital is raised from private and public sources. The course will include a review of fund-raising techniques, bond issues and grant writing. Students will also become familiarized with financial statements, general financial and managerial accounting principles and budgeting concepts. The objective of the course is to help students increase their understanding of how the various facets of economics and finance can be used to make better business decisions in a mission driven environment.
3 credits
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HSL 681 - Leadership Implications of Outcomes Evaluation
This course will introduce the student to the theory and practical aspects of evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of human services programs. This will include a review of statistical methods and reasoning as applied to the evaluative process. Concepts to be covered include: planning an evaluation, selecting criteria and setting standards, basic measurement principles and tools, ethical considerations in conducting a program evaluation, and the presentation of the results of an evaluation.
Prerequisite: MAT 151 or BUS 222
3 credits
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HSL 686 - Executive Leadership and Models Of Innovation
This course will explore programs and organizations from a cross-section of human services disciplines that exemplify innovative approaches to service delivery. In addition, students will explore the characteristics of visionary leadership that make management innovations possible. Students will engage in an in-depth analysis of the design, development, implementation and continuing progress of these model programs as well as the leadership profiles of their sponsoring executives. Each student will also integrate the knowledge they have gained throughout the program about their individual profile via participation in a 360 degree feedback assessment and external validation coaching session. The objective is for the student to acquire an understanding of how to develop and lead organizations capable of making a positive impact on society.
3 credits
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HSL 690 - Integrative Analyses in Human Services Leadership
This course provides comprehensive coverage of the research process in the human services field. It will enable students to understand the nature of the scientific method as applied to managerial concerns. Students will receive didactic instruction in research methods while concurrently creating and executing independent content-specific research projects.
Prerequisite: HSL 681
3 credits
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Mathematics |
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MAT 505 - Integrating Technology in Mathematics Education
This course focuses on various forms of technology that can be used to enhance the teaching and understanding of mathematics at the secondary level. Students will develop a knowledge of software applications and technology to explore mathematics and to improve student outcomes. Simulation software, Microsoft Office applications, Visual Basic, Java applets, graphing calculators, the Internet and other technologies will be explored.
3 credits
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MAT 510 - Exploring the Common Core
This course is designed to provide prospective high school educators with a deeper look at the Common Core Standards (CCSS) in Mathematics. The course will examine the reasons the CCSS were developed, how these standards alter the way educators approach student learning, and what changes need to be made to begin implementing the standards in both everyday lessons and in new assessment techniques. Students will also develop lessons and become familiar with on line resources from engageny.com. This course will reflect the most recent changes to the high school mathematics curriculum.
1 semester. 3 credits.
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MAT 520 - Current Issues in Mathematics Education
This course serves as an introduction to current trends in mathematical education research as well as an introduction to New York State and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards. Students will learn how to read and understand journal articles and how to give presentations.
3 credits
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MAT 546 - Probability and Statistical Inference
This course emphasizes the NCTM standards for probability and statistics as outlined in its Principles and Standards: to formulate questions that can be addressed with data, and to collect, organize, and display relevant data in order to answer these questions; to select and use appropriate statistical methods to analyze data; to develop and evaluate inferences and predictions based on that data; and to understand and apply the foundational concepts of probability and statistics. Topics include probability models, random variables, univariate and multivariate distributions, mathematical expectation, the moment-generating function, sampling distribution theory, estimation, statistical hypotheses, and the theory of statistical inference.
3 credits
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MAT 552 - Number Theory
This course covers topics such as prime and composite numbers, algorithms, number theoretic functions, Diophantine Equations, congruences: linear and higher degree. Euler-Fermat Theorem, quadratic residues, continued fractions, Gaussian integers, and algebraic number theory.
3 credits
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MAT 554 - Abstract Algebra
This course will cover topics in abstract algebra such as groups, rings, and fields from an advanced perspective, with attention to applications in the real world. Topics include isomorphisms, Lagrange’s Theory, cosets, normal subgroups, and homomorphisms. Applications such as public key cryptography will be discussed. A project will be completed on an appropriate topic of the student’s choice.
3 credits
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MAT 562 - Modern Geometry
This course provides students with an opportunity to examine and explore, at an advanced level, a variety of geometries, including Euclidean, non-Euclidean, transformation, fractal, and projective geometries through active participation in a laboratory environment. The impact of the Parallel Postulate on the historical development of Modern Geometry provides the starting point for studying various topics, including constructions, spatial relations, formal geometric proof, the Poincaré model of hyperbolic space, polygons in hyperbolic space, isometries, composition and analysis of transformations, fractal dimension, the Mandelbrot set, applications of the cross ratio, matrix methods for perspective transformations, and applications of geometry in the real world.
3 credits
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MAT 564 - Real Analysis
This course is a rigorous approach to fundamental concepts in Real Analysis. Emphasis is placed on careful reasoning and proofs. Topics include compactness and completeness, continuous mapping, uniform convergence, differentiability and the basics of Lebesgue Integration Theory.
3 credits
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MAT 566 - Special Topics in Mathematics
This course offers graduate level study of a topic. Topics may include Graph Theory, Regression, Combinatorics, or Linear Algebra.
3 credits Offered when there is sufficient demand.
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MAT 620 - Masters Project
Students will choose an area of interest in mathematics education and research current journal articles about this topic. Students will then work with an advisor to develop a thesis paper. From this paper, students will write a journal article. All of the students’ articles will be put together to form a class journal. Students will also present their research to the class.
3 credits
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Management |
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MGT 500 - Leadership And Managerial Development
This course will provide students with an opportunity to create a plan for developing the abilities associated with superior managerial performance. It will also provide an orientation to the self-directed, active learning methods of the entire program. This course explores contemporary ideas on effective leadership and management. Team exercises, case studies and assessment tools provide the framework for learning. This course must be taken in the student’s first semester.
3 credits
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MGT 510 - Legal Issues In Management
This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to critical legal issues that impact the manager’s role in the workplace. Issues addressed in this course include an overview of the legal environment in the United States, the court system and the growing trend in the use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, contracts, business torts and criminal laws, employment law issues affecting management decision-making, international and cyber law issues and ethical concerns in today’s business environment.
3 credits
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MGT 520 - Organizational Theory and Design
This course will study how organizations function, how they affect and are affected by the environment and the process by which managers select and manage aspects of structure and culture in order to achieve organizational goals. The roles of abilities associated with managerial effectiveness are explored. Team exercises and cases provide a framework for learning.
Prerequisites BUS 100 or BUS 130 or HA 481 or NU 430 (ALL HCM students must complete HA 481 or NU 430)
3 credits
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MGT 525 - Marketing Concepts and Strategies
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop the core marketing competencies essential to the successful operation of any organization. The course focuses on the marketing concept and proceeds to the development of a marketing strategy within the framework of an organization’s strategic plan. Students will interact with each other in cases, which illustrate and apply marketing principles and will culminate in a project that applies those principles to a workplace or industry issue or project.
3 credits
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MGT 530 - Management Information Systems
This course provides students with a practical approach to the effective use of information technology in organizations. Students will learn how to manage and use information in making key project management decisions. Legal and ethical issues in information technology are discussed. Modern systems analysis and design techniques are explored. Examples and case studies are drawn from actual experiences to provide students with information technology solutions to business problems.
Prerequisite: COM 140 or COM 141 or Waiver Exam
3 credits
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MGT 545 - Financial Accounting and Analysis
This course provides the student with a study of how executives and line managers use financial information. An examination of financial statements and financial and managerial accounting concepts are undertaken to help students increase their understanding of how financial information can be used to make better business decisions. Students will learn how accounting information can be used to facilitate the management of the human resources, operations and marketing functions.
Prerequisite: ACC 200
3 credits
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MGT 550 - Strategic Human Resources Management
This course is designed to explore human resources management in organizations. Students will investigate human resources issues, strategies and tactics currently being utilized in organizations as well as future trends where the human resources function is an integral part of the business strategy.
3 credits
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MGT 610 - Statistical Applications in Research and Management
This course will introduce students to the use of statistical methods and reasoning to help managers make better decisions and improve performance. Specific topics include: probability, sampling techniques, multiple regression, time series analysis, statistical quality control methods, test of hypothesis and design of experiments. These statistical concepts will be applied in a term project to improve quality and productivity.
Prerequisite: MAT 151 or BUS 222, and MGT 500 and four other 500 level courses.
3 credits
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MGT 630 - Managerial Economics
This course focuses on the study of resource allocation decisions that are made by all types of managers within organizations. The students are provided with the theory and tools essential to the analysis and solution of those problems that have economic consequences. It also explores the constraints imposed on the decision maker (manager) by the global environment.
Prerequisite: BUS 226
3 credits
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MGT 655 - Operations and Quality Management
This course focuses on contemporary practices, ones that have proven to be successful in the management of operations and quality. An interdisciplinary approach is employed so that students learn how operations relate throughout the whole business. Emphasis is on the service sector, with recognition of global competition. Analysis of case studies and teamwork provide the framework for learning.
Prerequisite: MGT 610
3 credits
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MGT 662 - Corporate Financial Management
This course provides an in-depth perspective on the principles of corporate finance. It focuses on capital budgeting and project management, portfolio theory and valuation, capital structure and dividend policy, working capital analysis and the link between risk and return.
Prerequisites: BUS 120 or BUS 226 or HA 496, and MGT 545 (for EMBA students only)
3 credits
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MGT 670 - Strategic Planning and Management
This course provides students with skills to create, implement and execute successful business strategies. It begins with the definition of the institution’s key objectives and mission statement. It discusses the effective use of information technology, globalization and legal, ethical and social responsibility issues. Students will develop or analyze a strategic plan for a new or existing organization or subunit.
Prerequisite: MGT 545
3 credits
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MGT 690 - Integrative Analysis in Management
This course provides comprehensive coverage of the research process in organizations. It enables students to understand the nature of the scientific method as applied to managerial concerns. Students receive didactic instruction in research methods and are given an opportunity to create and execute independent, work-related research projects or to prepare a publishable article. This course also provides students with an opportunity to review and evaluate the progress made in developing their managerial abilities over the course of the program. This evaluation serves as the basis for updating the students’ managerial abilities development plans created at the beginning of the program.
Prerequisite: MGT 610 and departmental approval. This course can only be taken as part of a student’s last six to nine credits.
3 credits
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NU 500 - Theoretical Bases For Advanced Practice Nursing
The focus of this course is the study of a wide range of theories from nursing and related sciences that support and inform advanced practice nursing. Emphasis will be placed on evaluating and critiquing a variety of theories from nursing, as well as the natural, social, organizational and biological sciences. Students will be prepared to apply and utilize various theories in practice that support a holistic approach to patient care, a firm foundation for theory application in health care organizations, and an emphasis on population-based care. Specific emphasis will be placed on direct application and evaluation of the Roy Adaptation Model in advanced practice nursing.
Four hours a week one semester. 4 credits
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NU 510 - Transition to Advanced Practice Nursing
The student engages in the study of various components of the advanced practice role in nursing from an historical and contemporary perspective. Theoretical and scientific foundations that support the advanced practice role are explored. Specific role competencies integral to successful advanced practice nursing are critically examined. Ethical, legal, financial and regulatory issues are examined as they relate to proactive advanced practice in an interdisciplinary and evolving health care system.
Three hours a week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 530 - Ethics and Public Policy in the Health Care Delivery System
This foundational course provides an overview of the structure, regulation, and financing of the health care system in the Unites States with particular emphasis on the identification and analysis of related ethical issues. The development, implementation and evaluation of public policy is addressed with particular attention paid to the role of the advanced practice nurse in effecting change and promoting quality in the current system. Comparative analysis of other health care systems aids in the evaluation of contemporary issues and policy concerns in the United States. Historical, philosophical, and political perspectives are incorporated into the discussion of contemporary issues and trends.
Three hours a week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 531 - Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology Across the Life Span
This course deals with advanced physiology and pathophysiological concepts and principles and their relationship to causative factors of disease across the life span. Emphasis is placed on common pathophysiologic processes relevant to advanced practice nursing. Current research findings are integrated throughout the course and a problem-based approach is used to address implications for advanced practice nursing.
Prerequisites: NU 500 , NU 510
Co-requisite: NU 550
Three hours a week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 535 - Holistic Nursing Practice
This course is designed to provide an introduction to holistic nursing and an overview of selected healing modalities such as therapeutic touch, relaxation, and guided imagery. Discussions, demonstrations, and/or experiential sessions are utilized to facilitate an understanding of these modalities. Emphasis is placed on theory-based practice. The implications of holistic nursing in advanced practice nursing and research are examined.
Three hours seminar per week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 536 - Advanced Nursing Practice and Genetics
This course will explore the impact of the Human Genome Project and expanding genetic knowledge base on the clinical practice of nursing. Students will gain an understanding of the science of genetics as it relates to the genetic aspects of nursing and health care. Genetic concepts related to human heredity, genetic conditions, and treatment approaches will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of genetic knowledge into advanced nursing practice. Ethical, legal, social, and cultural aspects of the genetic advances in health care will be explored from a nursing perspective.
Three hours seminar per week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 540 - Advanced Pharmacology
This course focuses on pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in relation to the clinical applications of the major drug classifications. Emphasis is placed on the safe and competent use of drug therapy to manage common health problems across the life span. Issues related to clinical pharmacology with special populations are addressed. Legal issues related to prescription writing in advanced practice nursing are explored. A problem-based case study method will be utilized throughout the course. Ethical issues related to clinical decision making, access to therapy, and drug research will be addressed. Effective patient education will be stressed throughout the course.
Prerequisites: NU 500 , NU 510 , NU 550 , NU 531
Three hours a week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 550 - Advanced Health Assessment
This course provides both a theoretical and clinical foundation for advanced assessment of clients across the life span. Students will develop skill in interviewing, history-taking, and documentation of a holistic assessment of clients across the life span. The course will focus on health promotion, identification and analysis of common abnormal findings, an appreciation of developmental and functional deviations, the process of developing differential diagnosis, and advanced clinical judgment. The Roy Adaptation Model will provide the primary theoretical basis for advanced nursing practice. This course incorporates a laboratory component.
Prerequisites: Undergraduate health assessment course
Co-requisite: NU 531
Four hours a week (two hours lecture and two hours of lab) one semester. 3 credit
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NU 600 - Family Theory for Advanced Practice Nursing
This course focuses on major theoretical frameworks which influence approaches to family study. Family-level assessment and intervention methods that derive from specific models are introduced. Emphasis is placed on the understandings and competencies needed to collaborate with families. Major cultural, economic, legal and ethical issues are discussed in relation to the changing nature of the family as a unit of care in today’s society.
Three hours seminar per week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 610 - Advanced Nursing Practice I Health Assessment
This course provides a holistic approach to the knowledge base and skills necessary for advanced nursing practice. Students need to demonstrate mastery of health assessment skills (physical examinations and health histories) for individuals within family, environment and socio-cultural concepts. There will be planned didactic and clinical experiences to refine assessment skills and interviewing techniques as an advanced practice nurse. Health promotion, health risk appraisal, health maintenance and disease prevention are emphasized in relationship to age-specific clients, utilizing both advanced nursing theory and a systems approach.
Prerequisite: NU 550
Three hours seminar per week, fifty clinical hours of practicum one semester. 1 credit
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NU 611 - Foundations of the APRN: Adult-Gerontology
This course is now the first concentration-specific course for students in the CNS concentration. The course explores historical foundations, core competencies, practice standards, essential characteristics, and the Synergy Model for the CNS.
3 credits
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NU 620 - Advanced Statistics in Nursing Research
This course introduces the graduate student to the application of statistical methods in research related to nursing and the health professions, and serves as a foundation for NU 660 . Students will be introduced to key concepts and principles in statistical analysis and inference. The purpose, assumptions, selection, calculation and interpretation of selected statistical procedures will be explored. Statistical methods in selected research studies will be critiqued. Evaluation of research findings for evidence-based practice or scholarly inquiry will be addressed. Students will utilize a statistical computer program for the preparation and analysis of data sets. Analysis of qualitative studies will also be incorporated.
Prerequisites: Undergraduate statistics course
Three hours a week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 630 - Foundations of Nursing Education
This course will explore the historical issues and trends leading to the need for competency-based nursing education curricula. The advanced practice role of nurse educator in academia and in service-based organizations will be examined. Students will explore issues related to the adult learner, learning styles and the diversity of practice areas. Legal, regulatory and ethical issues in nursing education will be discussed.
Prerequisites: NU 500 , NU 510
Three hours per week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 635 - Curriculum Development in Nursing Education
This course focuses on the application of theoretical concepts as they relate to curriculum development in an academic or health care setting. Students will examine models applicable to curriculum design in nursing. Analysis of the curriculum development process and major societal, educational, legal, regulatory, and professional forces affecting curriculum development in nursing are explored. Nursing theory as an educational framework is discussed. External evaluation and ethical considerations of curriculum development will be examined. Emphasis is on the design and evaluation of curriculum components in various types of nursing education programs.
Prerequisite: NU 630
Three hours per week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 640 - Instructional Strategies and Evaluation in Nursing Education
The emphasis of this course is on teaching and learning theories and strategies. The student is exposed to a variety of modalities utilized in teaching both theory-based and clinical courses. Methods of educational measurement and evaluation are discussed. Content includes measurement and evaluation modalities, test construction, clinical evaluation and the relationship between measurement and educational decision-making. Factors that influence instruction and evaluation are discussed. Legal and ethical issues are explored.
Prerequisite: NU 635
Three hours per week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 645 - Practicum in Nursing Education
This course provides students the opportunity for application and analysis of the theories and concepts of assessment, instruction and evaluation while engaging in the role of educator. Through guided practice in academic and service-based settings, students will interface with faculty and agency personnel. Practicums will be individualized for each student. Weekly seminars provide opportunities for sharing of experiences, exchange of ideas, clarification of concerns, analysis of instructional and evaluation strategies, and use of group problem solving.
Prerequisites: NU 630 , NU 635 , NU 640
One hundred hours of practicum. Three hours seminar per week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 650 - Advanced CNS Nursing Practice II
This course focuses on the nursing process elements of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Using a holistic orientation, the student will work in partnership with the patient/client/family/community in designing a plan of care for health promotion, health maintenance, disease prevention and illness/injury management. The student will utilize the Roy Adaptation Model to identify and differentiate between disease-based and non-disease based etiologies. The student will be expected to achieve the competencies and outcomes of this influence as well as demonstrate the four essential characteristics of the CNS. Legal and ethical issues of advanced practice will also be explored. The student will develop competence in this sphere through preceptorship with a CNS as well as through weekly seminars.
Prerequisites: NU 500 , NU 510 , NU 550 , NU 531 , NU 540 , NU 610
Three hours seminar per week, one hundred fifty hours of practicum, one semester. 3 credits
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NU 652 - Adult Gerontology CNS Clinical I
This 175 hour clinical course provides students with the opportunity to apply CNS theory to practice and enables students to collaborate with preceptors in the care of the adult and geriatric patients with a focus on health promotion, risk reduction and wellness care. In partnership with the individual/family/community, the student will utilize diverse nursing theories and research-based tools to conduct assessments. Based upon the findings, the student will develop age-specific patient centered plans of care and subsequently evaluate the attainment of patient outcomes. The student will be expected to achieve the adult-gerontology competencies as well as the outcomes of the three spheres of influence in this clinical practicum.
Prerequisite: NU 611; Corequisite: NU 651
1 credit Practicum of 175 hours
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NU 660 - Advanced Nursing Research
The course focuses on the role of research in advanced practice nursing. Epistemological and philosophical issues related to the use of the scientific method in nursing are explored. The steps of the research process are examined in depth. Emphasis is placed on the ethics of nursing research and the exploration of clinical research to support advanced practice nursing. Qualitative and Quantitative methods are analyzed and compared. Students are expected to identify a research interest that will lead to a research proposal. The use of computer technology is integrated throughout the course. Evidence-based research and its relevance to advanced practice nursing will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: NU 500 , NU 510 , NU 620
Three hours a week one semester. 3 credits
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NU 665 - Advanced CNS Nursing Practice III
The CNS as leader/mentor/consultant and change agent will be explored and analyzed in relation to the advancement of nursing practice. This course focuses on the identification of problems and opportunities for improvement: factors that contribute to resource management needs and outcomes; and the development and evaluation of innovative solutions that will promote quality, cost effective and efficient nursing care. The legal and ethical issues of advanced practice will be explored in their relationship to the CNS practice. The student will develop competence in this sphere through preceptorship with a CNS as well as through weekly seminars.
Prerequisite: NU 650
Three hours seminar per week, one hundred fifty hours of practicum one semester. 3 credits
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NU 666 - Adult-Gerontology CNS II
This course focuses on the biological and behavioral phenomena of concern in the acute care of adults and geriatric populations, diagnostic reasoning and clinical inquiry.
4 credits: 3 credits-weekly 3 hour seminar and 1 credit-175 Practicum hours
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NU 670 - Advanced Cns Nursing Practice IV 3
This course focuses on the role of the CNS as it relates to organizational structure and processes, organizational culture, social context, human material and financial resources and public policy. The student will be expected to incorporate all three spheres of influence to improve patient outcomes while maintaining cost-effective care. Patient/Client care related to an individual, family, and community within the student’s chosen specialty area will be integrated. The student will utilize this course to explore management, research and educational opportunities for the CNS.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: NU 665
Three hours seminar per week, one hundred seventy-five hours of practicum one semester. 3 credits
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NU 671 - Adult-Gerontology CNS III
This course focuses on the CNS role in the management of chronic problems as well as the management/prevention of acute progression/exacerbations of chronic problems.
4 credits: 3 credits-weekly 3 hours seminar and 1 credit-175 Practicum hours
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NU 672 - Adult-Gerontology CNS Clinical III
This 175 hour clinical course provides students the opportunity to apply CNS theory to practice and enables students to collaborate with preceptors in the care of the adult and geriatric patients with a focus on management of chronic health problems as well as the management/prevention of acute progression/exacerbations of chronic health problems. The student will be expected to achieve the adult-gerontology competencies as well as the outcomes of the three spheres of influence in this clinical practicum.
Pre-requisites: NU 667 and NU 668; Co-requisite: NU 671
1 credit Practicum of 175 hours
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NU 675 - Adult-Gerontology CNS Capstone Project I
In this course the student will be expected to design and implement a research utilization project. The student will draw upon their past coursework and clinical experience. The students must have faculty approval for the selected project and will meet with faculty regularly throughout the semester for support and guidance.
1 credit
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NU 676 - Adult-Gerontology CNS Capstone Project II
In this course the student will be expected to design and implement a research utilization project. The student will draw upon their past coursework and clinical experience. The students must have faculty approval for the selected project and will meet with faculty regularly throughout the semester for support and guidance.
1 credit
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OM 550 - Strategic Human Resources Management
This course is designed to explore human resources management in organizations. Students will investigate human resources issues, strategies and tactics currently being utilized in organizations as well as future trends where the human resources function is an integral part of the business strategy.
3 credits
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OM 630 - Managerial Economics
This course focuses on the study of resource allocation decisions that are made by all types of managers within organizations. The students are provided with the theory and tools essential to the analysis and solution of those problems that have economic consequences. It also explores the constraints imposed on the decision maker (manager) by the global environment.
Prerequisite: BUS 226
3 credits
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OM 651 - Project Management
This course presents project management in a holistic, balanced perspective. The importance of both the technical and behavioral aspects of project management is recognized. The major issues encountered domestically and abroad are addressed. The students are provided a road map for managing any type of project, including those relating to: information technology, healthcare, government and business. The course methodology focuses on the application of course concepts via exercises and case studies. Teamwork provides the framework for learning.
Prerequisite: HCM 532 (for MBA in HCM/HIS students only)
3 credits
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OM 670 - Strategic Planning and Management
This course provides students with skills to create, implement and execute successful business strategies. It begins with the definition of the institution’s key objectives and mission statement. It discusses the effective use of information technology, globalization and legal, ethical and social responsibility issues. Students will develop or analyze a strategic plan for a new or existing organization or subunit.
Prerequisite: MGT 545
3 credits
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